How To Fix GG689 - Error in the definition of field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Error in the definition of field &

What causes this issue?

When defining summary tables, you must enter the modified key fields of
the object table as value fields (data fields) directly after the field
'RPMAX'. The value fields of the summary table are formed by adding the
letter 'R' to each key field of the object table.
Example: BUKRS in the object table -> RBUKRS in the summary table.
The error could be due to the following:
a) Field &V1& does not exist in the definition of table &V2&.
b) Field &V1& is defined as a key field and not as a data field.
c) Field &V1& is not at position &V3& in table &V2&.
d) The domain of field &V1& is not called &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Note the above requirements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG689 - Error in the definition of field & ?

  The SAP error message GG689, which states "Error in the definition of field &," typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or definition of a field in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data entry, report generation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Field Definition Issues: The field in question may not be properly defined in the database or the data dictionary (DDIC). This could be due to missing attributes, incorrect data types, or other inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom fields or enhancements, they may not be correctly implemented or may have been altered in a way that causes conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If the field definition was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been errors during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can occur if the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the field.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to fail when trying to access or manipulate the field.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Definition: Review the field definition in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) to ensure that it is correctly defined. Look for any missing attributes or incorrect data types.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, check the code for any errors or inconsistencies related to the field in question.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any issues that may be causing the error. This can involve checking for missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality where the error occurs for any known issues or configuration guidelines.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.